LD261

This bill clarifies the definition of "timber harvesting activities" and outlines procedures for municipalities to regulate timber harvesting.

This bill clarifies that "timber harvesting activities" under Maine's forest practices laws do not include activities resulting in a change of land use within years of completion. It mandates that municipal timber harvesting ordinances must be certified by the Bureau of Forestry and follow specific procedures, including public hearings and landowner notice. The bill also requires municipalities to adopt definitions for forestry terms consistent with state statutes and commissioner-adopted terms.